Classic Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Classic Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 to 1 lb. chicken breast or thigh, sliced into bite-size pieces or strips; 4-5 cloves garlic, chopped fine; 1-2 fresh red chilies, chopped fine, OR 1/2 to 3/4 tsp. dried crushed chili (chili flakes); 3 Tbsp. white wine OR white cooking wine; 2 small bell peppers: red and yellow, sliced; 1 small green pepper OR 1/2 zucchini, chopped into bite-size pieces; 3 green onions, sliced; 1/2 compressed cup Thai basil, OR substitute sweet basil; 2-3 Tbsp. vegetable oil; STIR-FRY SAUCE:; 3 Tbsp. oyster sauce (I like Thai Maekrua brand oyster sauce); 2-3 Tbsp. Golden Mountain Sauce (depending on desired saltiness); 1 Tbsp. fish sauce; 1 Tbsp. lime juice; 2 Tbsp. brown sugar

Servings: persons

3/4 to 1 lb. chicken breast or thigh, sliced into bite-size pieces or strips
4-5 cloves garlic, chopped fine
1-2 fresh red chilies, chopped fine, OR 1/2 to 3/4 tsp. dried crushed chili (chili flakes)
3 Tbsp. white wine OR white cooking wine
2 small bell peppers: red and yellow, sliced
1 small green pepper OR 1/2 zucchini, chopped into bite-size pieces
3 green onions, sliced
1/2 compressed cup Thai basil, OR substitute sweet basil
2-3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
STIR-FRY SAUCE:
3 Tbsp. oyster sauce (I like Thai Maekrua brand oyster sauce)
2-3 Tbsp. Golden Mountain Sauce (depending on desired saltiness)
1 Tbsp. fish sauce
1 Tbsp. lime juice
2 Tbsp. brown sugar

1
Combine the 'Stir-Fry Sauce' ingredients together in a cup, stirring to dissolve sugar. Spoon 2 Tbsp. of this sauce over prepared chicken and stir in. Set aside to marinate a few minutes while you prepare your other ingredients. Set remaining stir-fry sauce aside.
2
Heat a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and swirl around, then add the garlic and chili. Stir-fry 1 minute to release the fragrance, then add the chicken plus a splash of white wine. Stir-fry until chicken turns opaque (3 minutes). Add a little more white wine as needed to keep pan moist.
3
Add the bell peppers and zucchini, plus 3/4 of the stir-fry sauce you made earlier. Stir-fry until vegetables have softened but still retain some of their crispness (about 2 minutes).
4
Reduce heat to medium-low and add the sliced green onions, plus remaining stir-fry sauce. Stir together (note that this is meant to be a saucy dish - this is where the flavor is).
5
Remove from heat and fold in the fresh basil (basil will wilt down into the hot sauce). Taste-test the dish and adjust the flavors to your liking. Taste-test Tip: note that this classic Thai dish is meant to be salty-spicy, with the zesty flavor of the basil coming through. It is definitely supposed to veer on the salty side, which is then balanced out when you eat it with plain steam rice. If you still find it too salty for your taste, add more lime juice. If not salty or flavorful enough, add more golden mountain sauce and/or fish sauce.
6
Serve with plenty of plain steamed jasmine rice and garnish with more fresh basil. ENJOY!

696

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 to 1 lb. chicken breast or thigh, sliced into bite-size pieces or strips, 4-5 cloves garlic, chopped fine, 1-2 fresh red chilies, chopped fine, OR 1/2 to 3/4 tsp. dried crushed chili (chili flakes), 3 Tbsp. white wine OR white cooking wine, and more.

Yes, Classic Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Classic Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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